The Student Academic Success Service (SASS) and Health Promotion (UOHS) offers an animal therapy program for University of Ottawa students. This initiative allows individuals who may be experiencing anxiety or are living through difficult or stressful situations to spend time with Sassy, Coco, Miso, Maze, Luther, or Bella, six therapy dogs trained specifically to help in these types of situations.

The University of Ottawa is committed to the well-being of its students and staff. Ensuring that everyone can experience good overall health allows them to be successful in their work and participate fully in university life. The University’s core values include preparing students to become leaders and encouraging and enabling our employees to achieve personal growth and wellness. As such, the Mental Health and Wellness website acts as a central location for information and resources at our University and in the surrounding community. It is also an excellent tool for family members, friends and colleagues who may need to help someone close to them that is studying or working at the University. The website is being rolled out in phases and will evolve with time in an effort to better help you and those you care about achieve balance and well-being.